Cyber incidents are becoming more frequent and having a greater impact on our day-to-day lives. However, policymakers can do more for emergency management practitioners and the cybersecurity sector if preparedness for "cyber events" becomes a top priority.
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has identified several potential risks of autonomous vehicles in transit systems and supply chains. Along with these risks, CISA has introduced a set of guidelines for organizations who use autonomous vehicles in their operations.
The new Cyber Command Center will facilitate information sharing and analysis between state organizations and protect Arizona residents from cyberattacks. Governor Doug Ducey opened the center alongside the Arizona Department of Homeland Security.
Cybersecurity researchers from the University of Missouri seek to develop a security tool that allows smart devices to learn from past cyberattacks with minimal user interaction. The cybersecurity feature would be functional across different types of smart devices and aim to prevent both small- and large-scale cyberattacks in the future.
The Coconut Creek Police Department has installed Active Law Enforcement Response Technology (ALERT), which connects police to surveillance feeds and security systems in participating local organizations in the event of an emergency.
Bills signed into law by the California governor Gavin Newsom include creating reporting systems for excessive force, instituting accountability protocols for police officers who break the law and regulating the use of military equipment in policing.
The Emergency Management department in Cumberland County, North Carolina will implement a damage assessment drone to aid in search and rescue missions and survey infrastructure after disasters.
The U.S. Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is seeking comments from industry professionals regarding worker safety and security, including assault prevention and roadway worker protections.
The programming will provide information on multi-factor authentication, securing email and social media accounts and detecting spam risks for senior citizens.
The U.S. Department of Justice awarded UMF nearly $300,000 to expand their sexual assault and domestic violence education and response programs. Dr. Warner will work with community members to develop programming for UMF.
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